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2012 ford expedition Model Overview

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Last updated in 2007, the 2012 Ford Expedition carries over with minor changes this year. Ford has added spotter mirrors as standard equipment across all 2012 Expedition and 2012 Expedition EL trim levels. Ford has also made heated second-row seats an available option on XLT models when equipped with the Premium Package. Lastly, Ford has added front park assist as standard equipment on Limited and King Ranch trims.

The truck-based 2012 Expedition continues to carry the traditional SUV flag in a marketplace that’s being flooded with more and more car-based crossovers. The 2012 Expedition is available with only one engine, a 5.4-liter V-8 producing 310 hp and 365 lb-ft of torque. Depending on whether its equipped with rear- or four-wheel drive, and whether it’s of the standard or extended-length (EL) variety, the Expedition can tow between 8700 and 9200 lbs.

Clearly capable as a work vehicle, the Expedition is also capable of hauling up to seven people in comfort, with its second-row bench seats and adult-friendly third row.

There isn’t much new to report on the 2012 Ford Expedition. Spotter mirrors are now standard equipment across all Expedition and Expedition EL trim levels. Heated second-row seats are now an available option on Expedition XLT models when equipped with the Premium Package. Lastly, Ford has added front park assist as standard equipment on Limited and King Ranch trims. Otherwise, the Expedition carries over as the same truck-based SUV that it was when it debuted in 2007.

The 2012 Ford Expedition is available in two styles, the standard Expedition, and the extended-length Expedition EL. Ford Expedition ELs are stretched 14.8 inches over standard Expeditions, making it 221.3 inches from nose to tail. The burly Expedition’s exterior changes based on the selected trim level. Buyers who opt for the base XL will get unpainted matte plastic body cladding and bumpers the wraps around the lower half of the car. The Expedition XLT loses the unpainted two-tone look and instead is one solid color. The Expedition Limited is solid as well, except it sports black-smoked headlights. Those who go for the top trim Expedition King Ranch get a distinctive two-tone paint job, with the lower half of the SUV painted tan.

The interior of the Expedition is plenty big for most; those who need more can opt for the Expedition EL with its more adult-friendly third row. The three-row Expedition is available with a power-folding feature for the third row that, when folded down, gives the Expedition EL a massive 130.8 cubic feet of cargo space, while still seating five. The center seat of the second row on all Expeditions comes standard with Ford’s CenterSlide, which allows doting parents to move the center section forward almost 11 inches to better tend to children.

The 310-hp 5.4-liter V-8 takes between 8.1 and 8.7 seconds to get the Expedition to 60 mph, depending on drivetrain configuration and length. Stopping distance is par for the class, for a massive body-on-frame SUV, taking 140 feet to come to a dead halt from 60 mph. Off-road capable with true four-wheel drive that includes a low-range, the Expedition can also tow/haul between 8700 and 9200 lbs, which is (according to Ford), a class-leading figure.

The 2012 Ford Expedition comes standard with six airbags, including dual-stage front airbags, side airbags, and side air curtains. The Ford Expedition also comes standard with AdvanceTrac traction control, with roll stability control, and trailer sway control which allows the driver to keep heavy loads under better control. All Expeditions also come from the factory with Ford’s SOS Post-Crash Alert System, which alerts authorities if the Expedition has been in an accident, and transmits the vehicle’s location.

2012 Ford Expedition Pricing

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

$37,600

Certified Pre Owned Pricewhat is this?

$22,825

Certified Pre-Owned Price is the approximate price a consumer can expect to pay at a dealership for a used vehicle that has passed the manufacturer's certification process. This price applies only to vehicles covered under an automaker's CPO program, not to a dealership's own "certified" used price.

Recalls

IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN THE DRIVER PUSHES THE SHIFT LEVER IN THE REVERSE R POSITION AND THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION DOES GO IN REVERSE, THE R MAY NOT ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, OR NAVIGATOR MODELS AND/OR THE BACKUP LAMP ON THE REAR OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, OR MUSTANG VEHICLES MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. THESE CONDITIONS INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR A PEDESTRIAN BEING STRUCK DUE TO THE VEHICLES NOT SIGNALING IT IS IN REVERSE.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NOS. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT" AND 108 LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) THAT WAS CALIBRATED OUT OF SPECIFICATION FOR REVERSE GEAR.

Remedy

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE TRS AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

Units Affected

10500

Recall ID#12V034000 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT MAY NOT PROVIDE THE REQUIRED STRENGTH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 19, 2011, THROUGH DECEMBER 2, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 202, "HEAD RESTRAINTS." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE INADEQUATE WELDS ON THE HEAD RESTRAINT SUPPORT BRACKETS FOR THE SECOND ROW, RIGHT-HAND SEAT.

Remedy

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEAD RESTRAINTS AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 21, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

Units Affected

569

Recall ID#12V190000 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

Consequence

IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN THE DRIVER PUSHES THE SHIFT LEVER IN THE REVERSE R POSITION AND THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION DOES GO IN REVERSE, THE R MAY NOT ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, OR NAVIGATOR MODELS AND/OR THE BACKUP LAMP ON THE REAR OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, OR MUSTANG VEHICLES MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. THESE CONDITIONS INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR A PEDESTRIAN BEING STRUCK DUE TO THE VEHICLES NOT SIGNALING IT IS IN REVERSE.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NOS. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT" AND 108 LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) THAT WAS CALIBRATED OUT OF SPECIFICATION FOR REVERSE GEAR.

Remedy

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE TRS AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

Units Affected

10500

Recall ID#16V248000 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Consequence

An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured August 19, 2011, to March 9, 2012, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator vehicles manufactured August 19, 2011, to December 19, 2011, and 2012 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured August 19, 2011, to February 21, 2012. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on June 20, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S19.

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